Perspective on HIPAA 5010 and ICD-10 testing presented by Edifecs

Edifecs, Inc., the proven leader in HIPAA 5010 and Healthcare Channel Modernization solutions, announced today that Sunny Singh, Edifecs CEO, was invited by the NCVHS (National Committee for Vital and Health Statistics) to present his perspective regarding HIPAA 5010 and ICD-10 testing.

The invitation from NCVHS is a recognition of Edifecs' 14 years of experience and leadership serving the healthcare industry. With more than 350 customers that include payers, providers, clearinghouses and other healthcare entities, and millions of transactions conducted monthly using its software, Edifecs and its employees have amassed invaluable expertise and knowledge about the healthcare industry.

During his testimony, Singh elaborated on the various types of testing pertinent to the healthcare industry, shared the current status of 5010 and ICD-10 testing based on Edifecs' extensive customer experiences and interactions, and presented his recommendations to help streamline the 5010 and ICD-10 testing efforts.

Edifecs also released a white paper outlining its point of view regarding HIPAA 5010 and ICD-10 testing that was presented at the NCVHS testimony. The white paper is currently available at www.edifecs.com/downloads/ncvhs.pdf.

Official transcripts and recordings of the NCVHS testimony will be available through the NCVHS website at http://www.ncvhs.hhs.gov/.

In addition to providing a comprehensive HIPAA 5010 compliance solution, Edifecs also helps customers with migration to HIPAA 5010 through the Edifecs5010(TM) Compliance Online which is a free and comprehensive scenario-based testing and certification service for 5010 transactions. Edifecs5010(TM) Compliance Online also offers free 4010A1-5010 Comparison Manuals and 5010 Companion Guides.